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Transformers Gift Set
This gift set includes everything Transformers: pens, book lights, action figures, and a board game. And from this summer's hit movie Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, a T-shirt, hat, bobbleheads, and music.
Donor Value: $131
Thanks to Paramount Pictures
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Tea or Lunch at American Girl Place Chicago
Take your child to American Girl Cafe for sugar and spice and everything nice. You will enjoy lunch or tea for two. Of course, dolls are welcome and provided with their own seat at the table.
Certificate is valid for lunch or tea for two guests. Advanced reservations are required.
Donor Value: $66
Thanks to American Girl Place
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VIP Shedd Aquarium Tickets
Explore the underwater world with four VIP passes to Shedd Aquarium. You and your friends won't have to wait in line and will have immediate access to the aquarium.
Valid through December 2010 for general aquarium admission only. All members of party must be present at time of issuance. Not transferable and cannot be combined with any other discounts.
Donor Value: $40
Thanks to Shedd Aquarium
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Jonas Brothers Autographed Books
These autographed books, Burning Up: On Tour with the Jonas Brothers, provides a backstage pass to life with Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. Flip through pages of never-before-seen photos of the band warming up, performing, and having fun. Also included is a Nick Jonas dog tag inscribed with "a little bit longer…and I'll be fine," a lyric from a song he wrote about his life with type 1 diabetes.
Donor Value: $49
Thanks to JDRF
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Pop Star Dreams
Snuggle up in pop star style with this Hannah Montana micro fleece blanket, Disney’s Camp Rock two-piece sleepwear (size 10-12), and comfy socks.
Donor Value: $71
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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Baby Development Toys
Babies develop through play. Help your child build motor, cognitive, and communication skills with these colorful toys including the Alphabet Pal from Leap Frog.
Donor Value: $33
Thanks to the Hanneman Family
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Beach Ready
Grab the sunscreen and head to the beach! Your child will have tons of fun building sand castles with these beach toys. Also enjoy a Toys-R-Us $50 gift card.
Donor Value: $57
Thanks to the Hanneman Family and Gary and Kathy Golub
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Baby Gift Basket
Perfect for the newest addition, this gift basket comes with stuffed animals, bath towels, a highchair cover, book, handprint tin, and more.
Donor Value: $155
Thanks to The Stork's Cradle
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Page for a Day with Tom Cross
Your child will enjoy the experience of being a page for a day with Illinois House Repbulican Leader Tom Cross. Enjoy a tour of the leadership offices and capitol, picture with Representative Cross, and one meal.
Donor Value: $40
Thanks to State Representative Tom Cross
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Playskool Chompin' Mike the Mower
Chompin' Mike the Mower is a cut above the rest. When preschoolers push him along, he comes to life with 12 fun phrases. His realistic lawnmower sounds and animated mouth with "grass- chompin" action are sure to be a hit.
Recommended for children two years of age or older.
Donor Value: $30
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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Baby Basketball
The Fisher-Price Baby Basketball is a wonderful first set for any budding basketball star.
Donor Value: $25
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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College Student's Care Package for a Year
Everyone loves getting mail, especially when far from home. Make your student's face light up every month with this great gift idea. JDRF volunteers will send a care package to your student once a month for nine months during the 2010-2011 school year.
Donor Value: $350
Thanks to the 2009 Gala Committee
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Twilight Series Books and DVD
Sink your teeth into the hardback Twilight series books and DVD! Selling over 70 million copies worldwide, the Twilight books have consecutively set records as the biggest selling novels of 2008.
Donor Value: $150
Thanks to Steve and Patti Winegar
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Game Collection
Add to your family's game collection! Collection includes the Cosmic Catch electronic game, Zingo! kids bingo game, and a special edition of Scene It? featuring a DVD packed with Pirates of the Caribbean moments and brainteasers.
Recommended for ages seven or older.
Donor Value: $61
Thanks to The Beck Family and The Rotering Brothers
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Xbox 360 Games
Bring home three of the hottest games from Xbox 360. Including NBA 2K9, NASCAR 09, and Tiger Woods PGA Tour.
Donor Value: $70
Thanks to Steve and Patti Winegar
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Brookfield Zoo Family Package
Your family will go wild at the Brookfield Zoo! Located on 216 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and featuring over 2,000 animals, the Brookfield Zoo provides fun for the entire family. This package includes six general admission passes, six passes to the Hamill Family Play Zoo, six passes to The Carousel, and a parking pass.
Valid through December 31, 2010.
Donor Value: $116
Thanks to Chicago Zoological Society/Brookfield Zoo
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Pretty as a Picture
Located in Downers Grove, Photography by Fender & Donisch is committed to capturing life's special moments. Capture your precious memories with this $200 gift certificate for children or family portraits.
Valid through December 2010, for family and children portraits only.
Donor Value: $200
Thanks to Photography by Fender & Donisch
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Birthday Party Bliss
Perfect for your child's birthday or special occasion! Have Record-A-Hit at your child's next party. Record-A-Hit offers hundreds of crowd-pleasing attractions, including inflatable slides, Make Your Own Music Video, Guitar Hero, Rock Band, and much more! Enjoy $250 towards any attraction. Don't forget the treats - enjoy a dozen mini chocolate-chocolate chip cookies, packaged upon request. These one-of-a-kind cookies are baked with the best all-natural, organic ingredients.
Record-A-Hit certificate is not valid on July 3 or 4 or December 31 and is based on availability. A minimum order of $400 prior to discount is required and event must take place by September 30, 2010.
Donor Value: $262
Thanks to Nancy Carl and Record-A-Hit Entertainment
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Children's Books
A fantastic collection of children's books. Including The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Where the Wild Things Are, and Love You Forever.
Donor Value: $145
Thanks to JDRF Gala Committee
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Remote Control Car
A sporty, easy-to-drive childhood introduction to the world of racing.
Donor Value: $49
Thanks to Jim Coleman, Ltd.
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Magician's Apprentice
Your budding magician will distract and amaze their audience with fantastic illusions. This set includes customized thumb tips with loads of accessories and instructions for performing more than 35 magic tricks. Every Magician's Apprentice will want this volume of tricks.
Donor Value: $32
Thanks to The Beck Family
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Rising Star
Your child will be Broadway bound after taking classes with Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop. Workshops offer children ages 2-18 a great opportunity to build confidence, foster creative expression, and make friends! Classes include creative storytelling, musical theatre, improvisation, playwriting, ensemble building, and playmaking. All classes are taught by professional actors.
Certificate is valid through October 2010 and cannot be combined with any other offers.
Donor Value: $100
Thanks to Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop
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Toy Pony Set
Ready for some horse play? This set includes an Alex Color and Cuddle washable pony. You can color this soft pony, wash it, then color it again. Also included is a Barbie horse and stable.
Donor Value: $49
Thanks to The Beck Family
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Hand-painted "Winnie-the-Pooh" Foot Stool
This foot stool features a sweet, hand-painted vignette of Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, and the hunny pot. The stool measures eight inches high and 10&Mac218;2 inches across.
Donor Value: $50
Thanks to Randy Orlove
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Basket Fit for a Princess
This basket is filled with a princess crown, 35-piece art kit, pencil holder, lunch bag, Cinderella doll, notebook, coloring book, and hair ties. What more could your little princess want?
For ages three to six years.
Donor Value: $90
Thanks to Miss Juliana Golub
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Dance Party and Swirlz Cupcakes
Get the party started and have a dance party for up to 25 kids! A professional choreographer will come to your child's party and give a one-hour dance instruction. Choose from 50s, 60s, disco, or today's hottest hits. They will also enjoy a dozen delicious Swirlz cupcakes, made fresh daily with the finest ingredients and whipped buttercream frosting (available in reduced-sugar and gluten-free).
Dance party is valid through December 31, 2010, for children ages six to twelve years old. Available for Chicago and Northern suburbs area.
Donor Value: $320
Thanks to Swirlz Cupcakes and Marla Lampert
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Lunch with State Representative Osterman
Head to Springfield, IL for lunch with State Representative Harry Osterman. Representative Osterman is a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives. A lifelong resident of Chicago's North Side, he has focused most of his attention on improving our schools, defending public safety, protecting social services, and preserving our parks and beaches.
Lunch is valid for four people through the 2010 regular session in Springfield.
Donor Value: $150
Thanks to State Representative Harry Osterman
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Puzzles and Books
Great for the beginning learner in your family. Enjoy a selection of puzzles and books, including a giant world map floor puzzle and Where the Wild Things Are, the classic tale by Maurice Sendak.
Donor Value: $104
Thanks to Susan Haery, The Beck Family, James and Kathy Baker, and The Rotering Brothers
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All Aboard
Perfect for any child who loves trains! A private tour for 20 at Chicago Botanic Garden's Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America. See behind-the-scenes of this outdoor exhibition, which takes visitors coast to coast with model trains and miniature landmarks of America. Want to visit the garden regularly? Enjoy a one-year Garden Plus family membership!
Tour is valid from May 9, 2010, to October 24, 2010, for a mutually agreed upon date. Tours are conducted between the hours of 8:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Membership is valid for one year from date of activation.
Donor Value: $100
Thanks to Chicago Botanic Garden
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Little Chefs
Encourage your kids to become chefs in the kitchen with this cooking set. Set includes mixing bowls, measuring cups, measuring spoons, spatula, kids cookbooks, and brownie mix.
Donor Value: $98
Thanks to Kathy and Bill Bauman and Joanna and Bill Stein
230
Summer Tennis Camp
Your child can work on their tennis skills while having fun at North Shore Racquet Club's one-week Summer Junior Tennis Camp. Areas of emphasis include stroke production, strategy, competitive drills, and match play.
For kids ages eight to thirteen. Valid for one-week (Monday through Friday); camp dates are June 14 through August 20, 2010. Camp is held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Donor Value: $260
Thanks to Jerry Morse-Karzen and John Karzen
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Disney Princess Dolls
The Belle and Royal Horse Gift Set includes a beautiful Belle doll wearing her signature gown and her fantastical horse with a luxurious mane and tail. Also included is a Disney Princess storybook paper doll kit.
Donor Value: $40
Thanks to The Beck Family
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Horseback Riding Lessons
Saddle up for three horseback riding lessons at Red Coat Farm located in Hawthorne Woods, IL. Your little one will learn to ride a horse safely from a seasoned instructor.
Valid from January 2010 through January 2011 for mutually agreed upon dates and times. Must be eight years of age or older.
Donor Value: $120
Thanks to Red Coat Farm
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Story Time
Every child loves story time. Take home an assortment of books for your child including Good Night Chicago and a Disney Princess collection. Also included is a baby book to capture your child's memories.
Donor Value: $134
Thanks to JDRF Gala Committee
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Lunch with State Representative Greg Harris
Enjoy lunch with State Representative Greg Harris. Harris has been serving the 13th District since being elected in 2006.
Valid through October 1, 2010 for a mutually agreed upon date, time, and location.
Donor Value: $75
Thanks to State Representative Greg Harris
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Glamour Girl
Every little girl will love this collection of hair accessories and Swarovski jewelry. This Swarovski crystal and sterling silver jewelry set features a necklace with drop crystals and a pair of drop earrings.
Donor Value: $160
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein and Stinkerbell Accessories
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Musical Enjoyment
Fascinate and stimulate your child's imagination through music. Your child will laugh and play while learning the basics with Elmo's Rockin' Road Trip, Baby's First Orchestra, Storybook Rhymes, and percussion set.
Donor Value: $70
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein and The Rotering Brothers
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LEGO Set
Bring home these LEGO sets including, the Technic Go Kart that can be rebuilt into a lawnmower, the Technic Slammer Turbo racecar, the Bionicle Matu Nui figurine, and classic LEGO bucket.
Recommended for ages eight years and older.
Donor Value: $69
Thanks to The Beck Family and The Rotering Brothers
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Membership to My Gym Children's Center
Enjoy a lifetime membership at My Gym Chicago! My Gym offers structured, age-appropriate weekly classes that incorporate music, dance, relays, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports, and other original activities. Kids have fun as they gain strength, coordination, fine and gross motor proficiency, and social skills.
Additional cost for classes apply. Membership is valid for the entire family.
Donor Value: $75
Thanks to My Gym Children's Fitness Center, Chicago
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Page for a Day with Heather Steans
Be an Honorary Page for a day with 7th district State Senator Heather Steans. Learn about the inner workings of Springfield government.
Valid for 2010 session days in Springfield only. Must be under 18 years of age and accompanied by one or more parents.
Donor Value: $50
Thanks to State Senator Heather Steans
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Snoopy Backpack Full of Toys
This adorable Snoopy backpack is overflowing with toys including a voice changer that transforms voice, Transformers Gravity Bots, a Playmobil Taxi Cab, and a design your own soccer ball kit.
Donor Value: $96
Thanks to The Beck Family and The Rotering Brothers
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Mars Mission LEGO Sets
Get ready to build! Your child will have a blast building these Mars Mission LEGO sets. Also included is a Batman set featuring the Batcycle and Hammer Truck.
Recommended for ages four years and older.
Donor Value: $150
Thanks to LEGO Systems, Inc
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Jonas Brothers Book Bag and School Supplies
All set for school with this Jonas Brothers gear. Includes a book bag filled with two Jonas Brothers folders, notebooks, a 2010 calendar, and a case filled with pens and pencils.
Donor Value: $72
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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Avril Lavigne Black Star Perfume
Let your inner pop star shine with Avril Lavigne's Black Star au de parfum. This light, fun, and enjoyable fragrance is ideal for young girls.
Donor Value: $39
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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Around the World Cooking Package
Children will learn about different foods and cultures with "The Kids Multi-Cultural Cookbook" by Deanna Cook. The book introduces 41 countries with quick doses of cultures and stories of children who live there, along with recipes. The package also includes an array of international foods and supplies to help get your cooking adventures underway.
Donor Value: $130
Thanks to Joanna and Bill Stein
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Mega Bloks RC Action Builder
This Mega Bloks Radio Control Action Builder parts can be mixed and matched to create lots of fun vehicles.
Donor Value: $15
Thanks to The Rotering Brothers
